Legal Assistant – Foreclosure Sales & Post‑Sales
About The Position
Diaz Anselmo & Associates, P.A. is seeking a committed Legal Assistant for its Foreclosure Sales and Post-Sale division. The role supports foreclosure matters from initial sale scheduling through final post-sale closure in a dynamic, high-volume, schedule-driven setting. It is suited to someone who is precise, organized, collaborative, and interested in professional advancement. The Legal Assistant prepares and submits foreclosure sale documents, coordinates with courts and other stakeholders, tracks deadlines, conducts bankruptcy, military-status, and property-related research, and assists with post-sale activities. The role also involves maintaining case management records and client portals and providing administrative and electronic-filing support to attorneys. This is an office-based position involving regular computer use and multiple systems and screens.
Requirements
- One to three years of experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably in foreclosure, real estate, or default servicing law.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
- Ability to balance multiple priorities and strict deadlines in a high-volume environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with the full foreclosure sale cycle.
- A Paralegal Certificate, Associate Degree, or comparable legal training.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and submit foreclosure sale papers, notices, bidding directions, and sale verifications.
- Communicate with courts, sheriffs, master commissioners, auctioneers, vendors, clients, and other stakeholders to keep matters progressing.
- Monitor timelines and ensure legal requirements and case milestones are completed on schedule.
- Conduct bankruptcy and military-status verifications and property investigations involving legal descriptions, tax records, and lien data.
- Assist with deed drafting, surplus fund handling, confirmation filings, and other post-sale tasks.
- Keep the case management platform and client portals current.
- Provide administrative and electronic-filing assistance to attorneys.
Benefits
- Complete benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and EAP.
- 401(k) with matching contributions.
- Professional development and long-term career security within an established practice.
- Opportunity to work alongside an experienced, supportive legal department.
- Engaging, cooperative workplace atmosphere.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
